1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 191 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Cube |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |